The Creamiest Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup Recipe Ever - Beard and Bonnet

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 8 ounces pasta (such as ditalini or shells; use gluten-free if needed)
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup onion, diced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1 cup bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (use gluten-free for gluten-free version)
• ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)
• Cayenne, salt, and pepper, to taste